The Forgotten Era of Glitter Rock in Mid-70s Austin

The Austin Punk Chronicles, chapter two, part one: glam rock (1972-76)

"...the inaugural Whole Foods, then became Cheapo Records. Disco lighting an enormous dance floor with a stage as big..."

Jan. 17, 2020 Music Feature by Tim Stegall

Paper Chairs Makes Theatre With a Little Lone Star Surregionalism

The Texas premiere of Will Arbery’s Plano play knows place like home

"...of design just for the set, the costumes, the lighting to fall to shambles shortly after the curtain rises...."

Sept. 20, 2019 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Building a Film Community at Renegade Studios

Austin filmmakers create a one-stop production space in Taylor

"...soundstage, with its 64-foot-by-18-foot pristine, white cyclorama wall. The lighting rig is a state-of-the-art Kino Flo system, which can..."

Nov. 30, 2018 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Playback: 2018-19 Austin Music Poll Ballot

Kevin Curtin votes in the only election that matters, and you can too

"...Album Art, Best Venue to Play, and Best Club Lighting, which sounds like it was dreamed up by someone..."

Nov. 16, 2018 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Austin Improv Celebrates the Day of the Dead With La Vida de los Muertos

Hideout Theatre breathes life into una vida improvisada

"...a cast of seasoned Latinx improvisers with inspired sound, lighting, and set design to create an experience that's both..."

Oct. 12, 2018 Arts Feature by Trey Gutierrez

Late Night Bar Meals at 15 Local Spots

These local midnight snacks are the real deal

"...dining experience, Justine’s has you covered with their intimate lighting, steak frites, and bold red wines. Or go for..."

Aug. 15, 2018 Food Post by R.T. Frank

Austin Music Industry Award Winners Announced

Best radio station, record store, club, music writer, and more honored

"...Best Local Label 1) Nine Mile 2) Super Secret 3) Modern Outsider 4) Keeled Scales 5) 12XU Runners-Up:..."

Feb. 25, 2018 Music Post by James Renovitch

Holiday Viewing: Remember the Night

The key to a merry Christmas is a shoplifter in the house

"...But the film's secret weapon may be Beulah Bondi. As much of a..."

Dec. 18, 2017 Screens Post by Robert Faires

Page Two: It’s Not That We Can’t Handle the Truth but That We No Longer Want To

"...It's no secret that the media is being undermined by a broad..."

April 14, 2017 Column by Louis Black

Austin Music Awards' Industry Accolades Announced

Best radio station, record store, club, and many more

"...Modern Outsider 2) VMG (Vallejo Music Group) 3) Super Secret 4) Saustex 5) Nine Mile Records 6) Austin Town..."

March 6, 2017 Music Post by James Renovitch

Playback: The Westin Sues the Nook Over Sound

And “Playback” votes in the Austin Music Poll

"...Local Label: Super Secret Records..."

Jan. 6, 2017 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

ACL Fest Official Late Night Shows Venue Guide

Because after the show it’s the afterparty

"...friend to non-cover bands. Blessed with excellent sound and lighting, and a comfortable 450-capacity space that’s easily maneuverable even..."

Sept. 21, 2016 Music Post

Austin Film Society Announces 2016 Grants

Program gives much-needed funds to Texas filmmakers

"...Carter (Austin) $5,000 cash for Production MPS Camera & Lighting Award (in-kind): $10,000 in camera and equipment rentals A..."

Aug. 29, 2016 Screens Post by Josh Kupecki

The Power of Art in Austin’s Overlooked Objects

Defining the city's personality from the moonlight towers to the railroad bridge

"...the highest limbs. That was the Sneed House, the secret plantation. Forgotten, like much of Austin's racial past...."

Aug. 5, 2016 Arts Feature by Sam Anderson-Ramos

Zilker Theatre Productions' Shrek the Musical

The lovable ogre and company spring to life on the Hillside stage with loads of laughs and professional polish

"...by designer Carl J. Booker. And though Natalie George's lighting may amp up the heat on these performers, it's..."

July 29, 2016 Arts Review by Shanon Weaver

The Hotel Vanya, or A Metaphysical-Paradigm at the End of Everythingness

For a getaway steeped in Chekhovian longing and ennui, The Hotel Vanya is the only place to stay

"...of play and odd and compelling moments crafted with lighting designer George, costume designer Glenda Wolfe, and, most strikingly,..."

June 3, 2016 Arts Review by Robert Faires

Arden of Faversham

This Shakespearean-style "true crime" drama is not without compelling elements, but a lack of polish weighs on this staging

"...visual context as to which is which. Chris McKnight's lighting design helps to distinguish, but only between day and..."

May 20, 2016 Arts Review by Shanon Weaver

DVDanger: Of Manos and Mosquito

Two schlocky classics get a pre-Halloween restoration

"...Robert Guidry doesn't seem overly bothered by composition, framing, lighting, or (in several key sequences) focusing. The performances, save..."

Oct. 24, 2015 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Playback: Austin Music's Cooperative Future

Could music collectives make Austin the next Music Row?

"...Mosaic's collective members can access free on-site training in lighting/sound design, publishing, and tour booking...."

Aug. 21, 2015 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

The Orchid Flotilla

Glass Half Full Theatre reveals moving artistry in silence, smallness, and subtlety

"...– though it's as if you've stumbled into some secret, oft-overlooked corner of the gallery's halls, tucked away and..."

Sept. 19, 2014 Arts Review by Adam Roberts

Jake Gyllenhaal Is An Axe Murderer

Right now through the prism of actors in music videos

"...also be packaged with a stress ball, warm ambient lighting, and real-time commentary on my efforts. See? Get it?..."

Jan. 22, 2014 Music Post by Lexie Maravich

Top 10 Restaurant Interiors

"...dark stained wood, Far East curio cabinets, and warm lighting to create a cozy but sophisticated ambience...."

Jan. 3, 2014 Food Feature by Rachel Feit

No Prayer for the Dying

Iron Maiden returns to Austin after 25 years

"...With inclement weather briefly postponing both Jimmy Buffett and..."

Sept. 11, 2013 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Open City Parks for Business Parking?

A proposal to save one restaurant's parking woes is not drawing many supporters

"...It was hardly a secret that the provision was an attempt to resolve the..."

May 24, 2013 News Feature by Elizabeth Pagano

2012 Austin Critics Table Awards

Giving a lot of sweet bouquets (and taking their sweet time doing it)

"...Poste Restante, The Secret Agents, Trouble Puppet Theatre Company DANCE..."

June 8, 2012 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

2012 Austin Critics Table Awards

For the 20th time, a big hand for the nominees if you please

"...Poste Restante, The Secret Agents, Trouble Puppet Theatre Company..."

May 25, 2012 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

The Good Knight

If ever an Austinite sent up a prayer for a civilized place to get both a decent cocktail and a decent meal, the Good Knight is the answer to that prayer

"...ambiance; it feels like an anachronistic neighborhood bar, kept secret by the locals. Parking is a breeze. The decor..."

April 24, 2009 Food Review by Kate Thornberry

Go Go Gadget

The season's best tech toys

"...capable of frying an egg in two minutes and lighting paper on fire within seconds ($300, www.wickedlasers.com). With that,..."

Nov. 28, 2008 Screens Feature by Josh Duty

¡Sí Se Puede!

How Claudia Alarcón saved Christmas (dinner)

"...We'd get new appliances, cabinets, countertops, windows, Sheetrock, insulation, lighting, tile, and paint. The living and dining rooms would..."

Aug. 15, 2008 Food Feature by Claudia Alarcón

Gypsy Italian Bistro

New Italian bistro on Barton Springs Road restaurant row

"...water. A skylight above the bucolic view provides ideal lighting prior to sundown. It would almost be twee if..."

April 18, 2008 Food Review by Barbara Chisholm

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